Digital Media York University

Overview

The Digital Media programme at York University provides students with the technical and artistic foundations required to excel in the rapidly evolving tech landscape. By combining imagery and sound with advanced programming, participants learn to build responsive interfaces that bridge the gap between physical and virtual worlds.

Why Digital Media at York University?

Students benefit from a unique interdisciplinary approach, choosing to enrol through either the Lassonde School of Engineering or the School of the Arts, Media, Performance & Design. This flexibility allows for a tailored education, focusing on either the core technologies of media practice or creative production in the visual and performing arts. Furthermore, the programme offers access to Lassonde’s paid internship scheme, providing invaluable professional experience within the industry.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: CAD 41526 per year
• National fee: CAD 8536 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum begins with a common core before branching into specialisations such as Development, Arts, or Game Arts. Modules may include:

• Interactive Digital Media
• Programming for Digital Media
• Physical Computing
• Media Signal Processing
• Publishing in Digital Media
• 3D Computer Graphics
• New Media Forms
• Virtual Reality

Careers with Digital Media

Graduates are well-equipped for diverse roles across the technology and creative sectors. Potential career paths include becoming a user experience and interface designer, game developer, or new media artist. Other graduates find success as social media managers or special effects experts, applying their skills in animation and 3D modelling to modern industry challenges.